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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Holy Name Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2022
     | 1,543 views

    The name of God and his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, is so often abused in our culture, that we must in this new year treat that Name with respect and honor.

    On January 1, Moses tells the people how Aaron and his following high priests should bless them. The strange phrase, “so shall they place my name upon the people of Israel” is part of the direction. In Hebrew, the word “name” (hashem) stands for the person and the person’s power and authority. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Practiced For God’s Visitation-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 29, 2011
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     | 3,534 views

    2 of 2. John’s audience sought & received practical application in preparing for God’s visitation. How can we be practiced for God’s visitation? Practicing for God’s visit requires...

    PRACTICING For GOD’s VISITATION-II—Luke 3:10-14 Attention: People who are Practiced(experienced) at their job. Had done this before & were thus prepared. Need: If God were to come in absolute power, I don’t know that I’m ready for His arrival. I am unprepared for His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Flowing From The Throne Of God

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 242 views

    In the movie “Bridge of Spies” directed by Steven Spielburg, actor Tom Hanks plays a New York lawyer James Donovan is asked to defend Rudolf Abel of being a spy during the cold war with Russia.

    Flowing From the Throne of God “Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Does The Bible Say About Divorce? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 2,012 views

    Self-centeredness is the main problem for marriages. If you’re married, it’s the main problem in your marriage. If you’re not married, it will be the main problem if you ever get married. If you’re divorced, it probably was the main problem in the marriage you left.

    Have you heard the one about Adam and his “spare rib”? As you know, in the beginning God made Adam and put him in paradise. Adam was allowed to enjoy all the many wonders of the Garden of Eden and was given the job of naming all the animals. But after he had named them-rather a long task – there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready To Suffer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,998 views

    If we want to be ready to suffer for Christ, we must arm ourselves with His attitude, choose to abandon our sin, expect abuse, and anticipate God's approval.

    Recently, I read about a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America. It offers advice on how to handle a chance encounter with an anaconda (a large type of boa constrictor). The advice comes under the heading, “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1) If ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Good And Evil

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014
     | 7,824 views

    There are perhaps no two words that are more highly abused than these two. With multitudes of people calling evil good and good evil. We had better know the difference.

    Good and Evil There are perhaps no two words that are more highly abused than these two. With multitudes of people calling evil good and good evil. We had better know the difference: Isa 5:20 Destruction is certain for those who call evil good and good evil... 1. What truly is Good? Here is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Standard? Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020
     | 4,309 views

    Holiness is often misunderstood. It has been abused to try to enforce rules. So, what is Holiness? Is it possible? Why is it so difficult? Why does it seem to be such a mess?

    Pt. 1 - What Standard? I. Introduction You can just say the name of the city and most people instantly, without any additional information, recognize what you are talking about. Canton, OH, Springfield, MA, Cooperstown, NY. Hall of Fame for football, basketball and baseball. These special places ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Team Sport Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020
     | 4,284 views

    Holiness is often misunderstood. It has been abused to try to enforce rules. So, what is Holiness? Is it possible? Why is it so difficult? Why does it seem to be such a mess?

    Pt. 2 - A Team Sport I. Introduction Last week we talked about the Hall of Fames that over 200,000 people visit annually to catch a glimpse of a glove or a helmet. Have you ever watched one of the induction ceremonies? Individuals stand on a stage receiving the honor of a lifetime and they spend ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Perils Of Misusing Privilege

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,659 views

    Why do some people misuse their privileges? In this passage, Paul gives a historical survey of how Israel misused, abused and failed to take advantage of their God given privileges.

    Illustration:Complacency is a blight that saps energy, dulls attitudes, and causes a drain on the brain. The first symptom is satisfaction with things as they are. The second is rejection of things as they might be. "Good enough" becomes today’s watchword and tomorrow’s standard. Complacency ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Confronts 6,000 Demons Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
     | 1,669 views

    This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

    GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION JESUS CONFRONTS 6,000 DEMONS A. Mark 5:1-20 (READ) (“LEGION” = 6,000) ILLUSTRATION: One night when I was a kid my little brother Johnny and I were riding with my older brother Alvin and a friend of his down a country road when we came upon an old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 43 – Princes Were Abused And Young Men Forced Into Harsh Servitude By Ruthless Babylon - Lamentations 5:12-13 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 10, 2025
     | 191 views

    The description of horrible conditions continues, this time with degrading action against the princes, and terrible forced labour upon the young men. A conquering army often forces humiliation on the defeated people and treats them terribly. Symptomatic of a sinful world.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 43 – PRINCES WERE ABUSED AND YOUNG MEN FORCED INTO HARSH SERVITUDE BY RUTHLESS BABYLON - Lamentations 5:12-13 The subject matter of Lamentations is not pleasant in most of its content, which is probably why it is rarely preached on, or taught. Here in chapter 5 we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Getting The Gospel Right

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jan 9, 2021
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     | 1,684 views

    The introductory sermon in a series on Romans.

    Title: “Getting the Gospel Right” Part I Script: Romans 1:1-2 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 1-10-21 Intro: What is the best news you’ve ever heard? Birth of child or grandchild. Someone loved you. Team won the big game. Won the lottery. End of the War. Child made it out alive. The late, great ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When The Lord Gives You The Finger

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 10, 2025
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     | 3,842 views

    The Bible says, with a finger it was writing on the wall. Yes, my brothers and sisters, WHEN THE LORD GIVES YOU THE FINGER.

    TITLE: WHEN THE LORD GIVES YOU THE FINGER SCRIPTURE: EXODUS 8:19 / EXODUS 31:18 / DANIEL 5:1-6 / ST. JOHN 8:1-6 Have you ever been in traffic and driving too slowly or change lanes when another vehicle was in your ‘blind spot’ and the vehicle behind you whips around you hits the gas pedal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Way Out Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 22, 2014
     | 5,648 views

    1) The Assets of Liberty (vv. 1–4), 2) The Abuse of Liberty (vv. 5–10), and 3) The Application of Liberty (vv. 11–13).

    One amazing part of first person video is watching amazing daredevil accomplishments. Seeing a cyclist, climber or skier using a go-pro camera in first person detail is exhilarating. However, the blooper reels are full of daredevil's who pushed the envelope one step too far and tumbled. Often their ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Flip The Switch

    Contributed by David Edward Ray on Jun 6, 2019
     | 8,209 views

    Do you sometimes feel powerless in your walk with Christ? You've read all the books, watched all the programs and still feel there is something missing. The answer may be as simple as flipping the switch.

    Flip the switch A young boy walked into his bedroom one day where he found it to be very dark. He walked back out and told his dad the light in his room wasn’t working. His dad, Mr. Fix-it, full of pride said “No bother”, and he grabbed his tools and a little flashlight and went to his sons ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God